Golden Chain Ornamental Tree (Laburnum x Watereri 'Vossii')

Golden Chain Ornamental Tree Description

The Golden Chain Tree, also known as Voss's Laburnum, is a beautiful deciduous ornamental tree prized for its long, cascading racemes of golden-yellow flowers in late spring and early summer. Typically growing to a height of 4–7 metres (13–23 feet), this tree adds elegance to any garden with its spectacular blooms that resemble a chandelier of golden chains. Compact in size with a rounded, open form, it’s ideal for smaller gardens, borders, or as a focal point in the landscape.

The Golden Chain Tree’s foliage consists of delicate, trifoliate (three-part) leaves that emerge in a fresh green, providing a soft, airy effect. In late spring to early summer, the tree produces striking cascades of yellow flowers, which last several weeks, transforming the landscape with a vivid splash of colour. These flowers are followed by small, pod-like seed pods. The tree’s slender, greyish bark adds subtle winter interest once the leaves fall, enhancing its appeal year-round.

Pruning Advice

Pruning for the Golden Chain Tree should be minimal, as its natural shape and arching branches provide a pleasing form. If pruning is required, do so in late summer after flowering. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches to enhance the tree’s shape and airflow within the canopy, which helps prevent fungal infections.

Avoid heavy pruning, as it may reduce the following year’s flower display. Lightly trimming the spent flower clusters can promote a tidier appearance. Additionally, regular inspection for any suckers or unwanted growth around the base will help maintain the tree’s shape and energy for flowering.

Further Information

Ornamental Value: The Golden Chain Tree is highly valued for its spectacular flower display, bringing brightness and charm to gardens and landscapes, especially when placed in full view where its blooms can be fully appreciated.

Compact Growth: With its modest height and spread, this tree is perfect for smaller gardens and urban spaces where larger trees might overwhelm the area.

Wildlife Support: The tree’s flowers attract pollinators such as bees, making it beneficial for local biodiversity.

Versatile Design Element: It can be used as a single specimen tree, planted in rows to create a floral display along walkways, or paired with other flowering shrubs and trees for a visually rich effect.

Delivery & Returns

Free delivery is available on most orders (except Premium Products) providing they meet the minimum spend criteria for the size of box or pallet. Pallet deliveries and large box deliveries for tall plants are indicated by icons on the product table listings. Delivery costs and minimum order details for each packaging type are as follows:

* Standard Sized Boxes (Bare root up to 1.2m tall & pots up to 7.5L) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £250 | or £9.98 charge.

* Tall Sized Boxes (Bare roots 1.2m & over) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £250 | or £24.99 charge.

* Pallets (Root balls, large pots 10L+, trees etc | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £350 | or £82 charge.

* Pleached Trees (Specialist Delivery) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £1500 | or £450 charge.